~~ Small Town Lifestyle Properties~~
It’s Not Mayberry -- But It’s Very Close
Eastern Shore Virginia has over 100 small towns and villages. Many have quaint names like “Oyster”, “Towns End” or Indian names like “Nassawadox” and “Machipongo.” But regardless of the name, they all have one thing in common – they are small friendly places that have been around a long time! And most of the homes have front porches, the better to enjoy a friendly wave or a little conversation with a passing neighbor.
Visit cute shops, banks and post offices where the folks there know your name and pride themselves on giving you personal service. Enjoy our little town restaurants, art galleries and markets. A small coastal town is not just a place to live--- it is a time-honored way of life.
Call us at 800-258-3437 and this settling, centering lifestyle could be yours here on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.
~~Country Lifestyle Properties~~
Over the River & Through the Woods
Imagine driving home down a beautiful winding road, past open farm fields and tall green stands of trees. Imagine tiny villages and intimate waterfront neighborhoods set far away from traffic and noise. Imagine fresh air, neighbors that wave, birds flocking to feeders. Imagine moonrise and brilliant “shooting stars” set against a dark sky, unspoiled by the glow of the city lights. Imagine enough space for flower and vegetable gardens and the satisfaction of watching them grow.
If a serene lifestyle in the country is the life for you, call us at 800-258-3437 and come hang your “Done Moving” shingle in the front yard and your hammock in the backyard of an Eastern Shore Virginia country property.
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Located Between the Bay and the Sea- - Gorgeous 1920's Colonial in Small Historic Town
$339,000 |
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Located in the small historic town of Cheriton which is nestled in between the Chesapeake and the Atlantic near Cape Charles, Virginia is this beautiful 3 bedroom, 1920’S Colonial in excellent condition . Approximately 2600 sq.ft., completely updated including gourmet kitchen with new porcelain tile floor, 3 zone cental air conditioning and three beautifully renovated bathrooms. Large master suite, master bath features jaccuzi tub. High ceilings, gorgeous original wood floors and crown moldings, gas fireplace with original carved mantel. Includes formal living room, formal dining room, den and large foyer. Large Florida room with floor to ceiling Pella windows overlooking beautiful gardens. Located on 1+ acre lot with superb landscaping including crepe myrtles, Japanese maples, mature boxwood lined walkway, at least 10 mature camellia bushes of various hues, including variegated red and white, large fig tree which fruits every summer, hydrangea lined privacy fence on one side and area in back yard with prolific vegetable garden-- harvest lots of tomatoes, eggplant, squash, peppers etc. (Sellers will provide their special gazpacho recipe at settlement at no extra charge! ) Walk- up attic, basement and detached garage. "Move right in" condition. Was once operated as a Bed and Breakfast and is perfect for same. Conveniently located near Restaurants, Golf, Beach, Boating, Marinas, Medical Offices, Shops, and Hospital. Only 10 minutes from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Virginia Beach and 30 minutes to Norfolk International Airport. A truly beautiful home in a pretty little town on Virginia's scenic and unique Eastern Shore
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Located Between the Bay and the Sea- - Gorgeous 1920's Colonial in Small Historic Town (continued)
$339,000 |
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This exceptional in-town home, filled with light through-out, has many special features including: *3 spacious bedrooms- all with attractive private baths *New Italian Porcelain tile floor with "nuheat" in-floor heating in kitchen *Beautiful Florida room with floor to ceiling Pella windows overlooking mature plantings including many varieties of spring or fall blooming camillias * Wide pine wood floors throughout * Custom crown moldings throughout *High ceilings *Slate roof *3 Zone heating and air conditioning *400 Amp electric *Walk-up attic *Security system *6 ceiling fans *Remote gas log fireplace *Veranda off guest bedroom *Detached garage *Awesome established landscaping *Large yard including little home orchard.
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Looking for a place to build a quiet home in the country but close to all amenities ?
$125,000
This spacious three acre homesite with beautiful hardwoods and pines could be just the parcel you've been looking for. Located in a tiny waterfront community close to the Eastern Shore's oldest town and only 10 minutes from Cape Charles. Enjoy the serenity and privacy of being out in the country yet just a few minutes drive to a public beach, boat ramps, marinas, shopping, dining, hospital, and more. Ready to build on but no particular time requirement for home construction. |
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Located in Great Boating Community
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| Just around the corner from community boat ramp and dock is this charming 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch style home tucked in the woods on approximately 3 acres. Lots of privacy yet easy access to boating and fishing. Offers spacious great room with wood stove overlooking pretty wooded back yard. Garage, deck , space for all your needs. Enjoy a serene country lifestyle but still be close enough for easy access to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, marinas, the arts and 2 world class golf courses. No longer available but ask about land and homes available in the same neighborhood. |
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Charm and Convenience in Beautiful Country Setting Near Great Amenities
$350,000 |
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This 4 bedroom,2.5 bath victorian home on 1 acre is located near golf, marina, beach, boat ramps, theater, shopping and restaurants. An exceptionally well cared for home with over 2000 sq. ft. of heated living space. Beautiful hardwood floors, spacious kitchen, nice wrap around porch and deck. A perfect location for being in the country but near town and amenities.
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A Winding Drive Leads to This Beautiful Country Historic Home on 8 Acres
$449,000 |
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| Located in a very pretty rural setting on 8 acres, which is large enough to indulge almost any interest, including horses, small vineyard, etc. Spacious historic home of 3900 sq.ft. including 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths plus great room, den, dining room, first floor master bedroom with full bath. Awesome wraparound porch ready for your rockers ! Rear screened porch off kitchen as well. The yard is beautiful, includes lots of mature trees and landscaped garden beds intermingled with open spaces on the 8 acres. Outbuildings include the original detached historic kitchen and a spacious barn in need of some TLC. This property is located half way between the Bay and the Ocean and has easy access to both oceanside and bayside boat ramps so you can take advantage of the terrific boating, fishing and crabbing Virginia's Eastern Shore is famous for. Very convenient location, close to our hospital, new library, shopping center, restaurants. Only about 15 minutes to the unique turn-of-the-century town of Cape Charles, Virginia and its world class Nicklaus and Palmer golf courses and marinas. Have the best of the Eastern Shore--- live in the country with plenty of space for all your interests but be close to all our great amenities. If you are looking for spacious, private, historic and convenient, this property is a "must see" ! |
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Gorgeous In-Town Beachfront Lot ---A Unique Property-- For Personal Use or Investment , Don't Miss This One !!!
$450,000 |
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| One barefoot stroll on the beach, one deep breath of tangy salt air and you'll be hooked on this unique in-town beachfront lot. And from the first blush of twilight to the last flash of brilliant color as the sun slips below the horizon, leaving only the star sprinkled sky, sunsets across the water viewed from this property are awesome ! This is the ONLY available lot in the historic district of the turn of the century coastal town of Cape Charles, Virginia where you actually own your own beach! Walk right out and dip your toes in the water instead of having to cross an intervening road between your property and the beach. Nearly 3/4th of an acre, this lot is part of a tiny 5 lot upscale hamlet now being developed within the historic area of Cape Charles. Features its own gated area and special landscaping and located just a stone's thrown from the fabulous beach "Colony" section of the Bay Creek Golf Resort. Walk to the historic downtown area featuring restaurants, art galleries, theatre, shops, etc. Just five minutes to new, state of the art marina and spacious town boat ramps. And better yet, each of these 5 parcels has the deeded right to join the Bay Creek Golf Resort POA and thereby use all their facilities and to purchase memberships on the same basis as offered to Bay Creek owners. These are the only properties outside of Bay Creek which currently have been given these privileges. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a very special beachfront property at an excellent price--- perfect for investment, leisure or full-time living. Bring your custom plans to build your personal sand castle. Call us today at 800-258-3437 and get started with your own beach lifestyle. |
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Waterfront Home with Pool, Saltwater Boat Dock Ready for Your TLC
$339,000 |
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| Located in tiny waterfront neighborhood in the Country but close to everything-- only 15 minutes from the charming and historic Chesapeake Bayfront town of Cape Charles. Absolutely perfect for the handy "fixer-upper" person who loves fishing and boating . This 4 bedroom home with waterside in-ground pool and backyard dock on saltwater inlet from the Chesapeake Bay is perfect for a vacation home, retirement home or year round living. Located on a spacious wooded lot close to all amenities including hospital, shopping, golf, restaurants, etc., this is the "handy person waterfront special" you've been searching for. Only 15 minutes by boat out to the Chesapeake Bay where you can access some of Virginia's Eastern Shores finest saltwater fishing. Also offers easy acces to flounder and tuna fishing in the Altantic Ocean from a nearby seaside deep water boat ramp. Call us at 800-258-3437 and come take a look for yourself--- you'll be glad you did. |
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Stately Brick Victorian (ca. 1920) Overlooking the Beach and the Chesapeake Bay
$895,000 |
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| A terrific value ! This historic home is located in Cape Charles,Virginia, a quaint little turn-of-the-century Victorian town perched on the sandy shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Overlooks the beach in the historic district, boasting glorious sunsets everyday across the wide, wide waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Three stories, free standing, brick masonry, on a spacious lot and a half. Cape Charles allows golf carts on the town streets and this home is within easy walking or golf cart distance of 2 new state-of-the art marinas, 36 holes of premier golf, tennis, playground, library, shopping, gourmet and casual restaurants, boating ramps, art galleries and theatre. This grand dame of the waterfront features upgraded electric service and fixtures, plumbing lines and fixtures, renovated interior with new windows, huge masonry fireplace, new wrap-around front porch, heartpine two-toned hardwood floors, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a full basement and an extra-wide building lot. When it comes to inspiring Chesapeake Bay views and a great wide sand beach, this Victorian lady is part of the best game in town! |
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A stroll to the beach? Just A Few Blocks Away from this In-Town American Four Square Style Home
$389,000 |
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| In the tiny Victorian town of historic Cape Charles, Virginia situated along the shores of the famed Chesapeake Bay. Located across from the little town park, this 2 story Eastern Shore Style home has new windows, siding, storm doors, and bath. Lovely hardwood floors, custom tile work, fireplace, 4 bedrooms, 1 bath plus a half bath. Walk or bike to the town beach, marina, restaurants, art galleries, etc. If you are a golfer, take a swing at the Palmer and Nicklaus signature courses just 5 minutes away. A wonderful, friendly little town for leisure, retirement or full time living -- come see for yourself, you'll want to "Escape to the Cape" forever. |
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Escape to this Elegant New Condo in the Heart of the Historic District in Quaint Cape Charles, Virginia
$495,000 |
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| Only two units remain in the painstaking restoration,complete with new elevator, of this striking four story brick building, constructed for the Mumford family as an elegant department store in the late 1800's. As the oldest and tallest building in the Cape Charles Historic District, this is a Cape Charles, Virginia "Grand Dame" and proudly presides over the corner of Mason Avenue and Strawberry Street, just two blocks from the Cape Charles beach. Enjoy Chesapeake Bay views and the gorgeous Bay sunsets as well as gentle Bay breezes from your veranda. This condo features a big, open style kitchen with top quality cabinets, granite countertops and top of the line appliances and a roomy and open floor plan throughout. Beautifully restored antique hardwood floors, surround-sound wiring, intercoms , etc. make life more relaxed. Walk to fine and casual dining, art galleries, theatre, shops. Jump in your golf cart and zip over to the marina or to play a round at the Palmer or Nicklaus course. Ready to go-- move right in and start enjoying the relaxed Eastern Shore of Virginia coastal lifestyle right away. This property is listed by Prudential Decker Realty and Blue Heron has permission from the seller to advertize and show the property. |
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Extraordinary Quality New Construction in the Tiny Historic Town of Eastville
$435,000 |
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| Located just a short walk from the historic Eastville Courthouse which dates back to the mid-1600's, this newly constructed home is designed and appointed to fit right into the historic character of its surroundings. Its exterior is of brick veneer and James Hardie siding with great attention paid to the brick work around the windows. Heavy columns set off the front porch. Inside, you will find 9' ceilings, heavy crown molding and chair rail, plaster walls, Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors and a gourmet kitchen equipped with GE Profile stainless appliances. Glazed kitchen cabinets are top-of-the-line. Stroll out onto the deck from the breakfast room or master suite, sit back, relax and enjoy. Only 10 minutes to golf, marinas, boat ramps, fine and casual dining and worlf class golf. |
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Waterfront colonial with terrific waterviews!
$599,000 |
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| On 1.55 acres, this like-new 4 bedroom home offers 2 master suites and 3 full baths, plus 2 half baths. Includes a 2 car garage, pool and deck. In excellent condition, this home is ready to "move right in". A great home for entertaining outdoors or indoors. Pretty waterviews and a well-landscaped yard make a perfect backdrop for outdoor entertaining on the deck and around the pool. Enjoy the sparkling sunsets across the water from your great room every night. Located in a small waterfront neighborhood about 10 minutes from shopping and medical facilities, this is an excellent opportunity for year-round living or a relaxing getaway. You won't want to miss this one. |
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New Construction... "Green" Community... Attractive Prices...
$325,000
If you've been looking for a green community with affordable prices, this is a good oportunity . Vaulted ceilings,fireplace, open floor plan, front porch, Hardie siding, geothermal heating/cooling are standard in the 2400 sq.ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Crape Myrtle plan starting at $325,000. Solar power, concrete forms, combat coating insulation, special roof shingles, special lighting package, etc. are offered as options. Enjoy being in a tiny green community in the country on Virginia's Eastern Shore but only 5 minutes to a state park featuring a beautiful beach and a deep water boat ramp. Other plans available starting at $285,000. Give us a call for more information. |
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Cozy Seaside Cottage In Tiny Historic Waterfront Town
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Newly renovated and ready to move right in ! Features three bedrooms, wall to wall carpeting, screened porch plus art studio/workshop/ shed. Includes an enclosed front porch and a screened back porch. Home offers a modest waterview from the upstairs. This property is located in a quaint little seaside town with a marina and boat ramp-- ready for you to experience some of our fantastic Eastern Shore Virginia saltwater fishing and crabbing ! And don't forget clamming ! And when you aren't cooking up your succulent fresh catch, it's just a pleasant walk to the town's excellent waterfront restaurant. Shopping and medical facilites nearby are located nearby, only half hour to golf. Recently sold, ask about others.
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Magnificently Restored In Charming Coastal Town
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Seen on HGTV's "If Walls Could Talk", this home sits only 500 feet from the Cape Charles, Virginia wide sand beach. Built in 1913 and meticulously restored, it has served as a B&B for several years but the floor plan is arranged in such a way that it also can be an excellent personal residence. Enjoy views of sparkling blue Chesapeake Bay waters from the front porch. For instant relaxation, the second floor rear balcony boasts a great hot tub. The spectacularly restored 5 spacious bedrooms each feature their own bathrooms. Large formal living room, dining room and sitting parlor plus the cook's gourmet kitchen make this one-of-a-kind "craftsman style" home a must-see for anyone looking for a historic home or a B&B business here on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. No longer for sale but ask about other nearby properties.
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Magnificently Restored In Charming Coastal Town
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The excellent in-town location offers a small town sensibility and a real feeling of belonging. Enjoy lots of great amenities including walk-to or bike-to fine and casual dining, shops, art galleries, theatre and marinas. For the golfers, fabulous new "The King" and "The Bear" waterfront golf courses. This beautiful historic home offers something for everyone and is a rare opportunity to acquire a fine example of very early twentieth century workmanship without having to do the tedious restoration work yourself ! Call us today at 800-258-3437 to arrange a showing. No longer for sale, ask about nearby homes now available.
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Log Home in Small Neighborhood With Beach and Boating Access
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Cute and cozy, this log home is located in a small community offering amenities including swimming pool, tennis courts and community boat ramp and private sand beach. Neighborhood offers easy access to the Chesapeake Bay. Move in condition-- just waiting for you to come and enjoy some of the Shore's best fishing holes and crabbing areas nearby. Sited on a over 1+ acre lot, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is a must see for leisure or fulltime living. Could be a terrific vacation rental as well. Located only about 15 minutes from Cape Charles. Come see if this isn't the place you've been looking for ! NOW SOLD, but nearby waterfront lot available.
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Country Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting
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| On 2 acres sheltered from the North winds by thick forest on three sides and sporting some of the most beautiful azalea bushes ever, a neat and tidy Cape Cod with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Built 35 years ago, the home has been thoroughly updated with a new roof, Hardi-Plank siding, new replacement thermal pane windows, remodeled kitchen, new heat pump and central air system, a clean and dry basement perfect for recreational use, and beautifully refinished oak hardwood floors throughout the first floor. As a bonus, there are permanent stairs that provide access to the spacious, floored attic that is suitable for finishing into a bonus room. Detached from the house is a garage/workshop with lean-to equipment storage shed. Opportunities for a nice home in a great country setting here on the Shore are few and far between, so call on this property right away. Recently Sold!Ask about others. |
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Classic Victorian (ca1910) Perfectly Situated for Commercial Use
RECENTLY SOLD! Check with us for similar properties - A stately country Victorian with very large proportions down a long tree-lined drive prominently sited on Lankford Highway in Eastville, Virginia, the county seat and repository of the oldest set of continuous court records in the United States. On a wonderful, sprawling lawn, the old house features a slate roof with gables, heartpine hardwood floors, spacious parlor, living room, dining room, modern eat-in kitchen, huge walk-up attic perfect for finishing out, upgraded electric and plumbing lines and fixtures. Zoned for business and a perfect, high visibility site for a restaurant, inn, Bed & Breakfast, roadside antique shop or other use. Bring your furniture, move in, and hang up your shingle. |
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